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Are the supplements you are taking right for you? Are you taking vitamins and minerals just because they have been prescribed for you? How do you know what is working, and what is going to waste?   When we talk about nutrition, most people think about consuming the ‘right’ foods, and taking the ‘right’ supplements. However, there is a huge difference between the things you eat and swallow, and what is actually being absorbed into your body. Ideally, we would get all the vitamins, minerals and nutrients that we need from the food that we eat everyday. Unfortunately though, poor diet, and low levels of nutrients in the food make this nearly impossible. Many years of over-farming mean that the soil is not nutrient rich, and pesticides further deplete nutrient levels of the food. There are also other factors that impede on attaining optimum levels of nutrients. Malabsorption, thyroid dysfunction and poor utilization at a cellular level mean that our bodies are often not getting what they need. Because of all this, most of us require extra vitamins, minerals and nutrients in the form of supplementation to balance the body. But what vitamins are right for you? It’s not a one-size-fits-all theory. As individuals, we all have different vitamin and mineral needs. Though we may take a potent multivitamin in the hope of getting extra nutrients; we all have different make-ups, and retain or require certain nutrients more than others. Therefore, we need different levels of each nutrient depending on what is going on under your skin. Imagine if you could determine the EXACT level of vitamins and minerals that your body uses. There would be no more guessing.. no more spending money on vitamins and minerals that you don’t need.. and no more spending hundreds of dollars on expensive doctor’s bills for meaningless guesses. In the past it has been practically impossible to know your precise needs. This is why Emed is proud to announce the arrival of the Optimal Nutritional Evaluation Test (The ONE).   The ONE Test is a revolutionary new scientific approach to health. It will give you the answers that you seek. The ONE Test will provide you with a comprehensive view of your vitamin and supplement needs with just a single urine sample. Emed will interpret the test results into an easy to read and personalised report that will give you the answers. Find out exactly which vitamins, minerals and nutrients you are lacking in, and which natural medicines are suited for you. Nutrition affects many aspects of our health, from arthritis and joint pain, to depression, fatigue, heart disease, fertility, ill health and eczema. But with a reliable nutritional test, such as the ONE, you can start living the healthier life you seek. The ONE Test is one of the only ways to see if you diet (or supplement and natural medicine intake) is appropriate for your health condition or illness. This is performed using brand new scientific testing procedures that have only just been introduced to Australia.   What does the ONE Test include? The ONE Test measures three key categories of nutritional status: Metabolic Analysis Profile This assessment measures 39 key organic acids to evaluate gastrointestinal function, cellular energy production, neurotransmitter processing and functional need for vitamins, minerals and co-factors. These tests are performed on a urine sample. Urine contains a great number of waste products from the body, and by analysing these, we can learn a huge deal about what is going on in the internal workings of the body. Gastrointestinal function: This profile measures eight markers that can reveal malabsorption and dysbiosis (imbalance of gut bacteria). From these results, we can prescribe specific supplements to improve gut health, and to alleviate common causes of nutrition deficiency such as chronic digestive problems, yeast overgrowth, gastrointestinal distress and degenerative conditions. Cellular energy production: This profile assesses metabolites (substances produced from metabolism) that serve as important intermediates in the citric acid cycle (metabolism). This cycle (also known as Krebs cycle) supplies the body with its primary energy needs, converting 90% of food energy into cellular energy. If there is interruption or dysfunction, impaired glucose (blood sugar) metabolism can result. Imbalances of cellular energy are also linked with chronic fatigue, accelerated cell breakdown and unhealthy aging. Neurotransmitter processing: A special grouping of neurotransmitter metabolites serve as important indicators of abnormal metabolism that can cause many key aspects of neuropsychiatric function. These markers are powerful neurotransmitters that act on the nervous system – including epinephrine, dopamine and serotonin – substances which can profoundly influence patterns of stress response, emotional well-being, sleep and cognition. Functional need for vitamins, minerals and co-factors: This test provides a functional assessment of nutrient sufficiency and usage that covers a huge range of vitamins, coenzymes, elements, enzyme activators, and other nutrients. This analysis will identify deficiencies of vitamins B6, B12 and C, magnesium, copper, iron, as well as various amino acids. From this component of The ONE, you will be able to identify exactly what you are lacking in. You will given the power to take control of your health with an educated knowledge and personalised natural medicine recommendations.   Amino Acid Analysis We know that body-builders and gym-junkies concentrate on Amino Acids to give them hard bodies and defined muscles. However, Amino Acids play a significant role in the body – and with deficiency comes all types of illnesses. The Amino Acid Analysis measures 38 amino acids to evaluate dietary protein adequacy, digestion, absorption, transport, metabolic impairments and nutritional deficits including essential vitamins, minerals and amino acids. Amino Acid Analysis can be an important part of any thorough nutritional and metabolic analysis, especially in cases of chronic ill health that have been difficult to diagnose or have failed to response to treatment. In addition to family history, a variety of presenting conditions may indicate disordered amino acid metabolism, including chronic fatigue, frequent headaches, chronic digestive dysfunction, intolerances to foods and chemicals, chronic inflammation, depression, learning disabilities, malnutrition, neurological disorders or symptoms of degenerative disease. If you find yourself feeling ill, depressed, or constantly tired, and are sick of running from practitioner to practitioner paying for ‘guesses’, then this test may really benefit you. The Amino Acid Analysis tests 38 amino acids and related products, while Emed will interpret these hard-to-understand test results into a comprehensive personalised report. Amino Acid deficiencies can lead to many different types of ill health and conditions, including:

  By identifying your deficient amino acids, you will be able to actively supplement with the required amino acids supplements and ‘fill in the gaps’ in your diet.   Oxidative Stress Analysis The cells in our body are constantly under attack from damaging molecules known as free radicals. Free radicals are produced as a result of various bodily processes like digestion and respiration. The damage caused by free radicals is known as oxidative stress. Nutrients that neutralise free radicals as known as anti-oxidants. Anti-oxidants seek out free radicals, neutralising and preventing them from causing further damage. The main known antioxidants are Vitamin A, C, E, CoQ10 and Selenium. Oxidative stress can cause serious consequences, and is thought to be a contibuting factor in many conditions such as cancer, cardiovascular disease and conditions affecting the immune system, liver, kidneys, lungs and the nervous system. Free radical damage is also well known as contributing to the aging process. An Oxidative Stress Analysis can provide valuable information about the level of oxidative stress in the body. This analysis uses markers to determine the degree of free radical activity in the body, and the availability of anti-oxidants. The ONE Test would be particularly useful for anyone suffering from the following conditions:

  Not only does the ONE Test measures your exact vitamin, mineral and nutrient requirements (referred to as urinary metabolic profiling), it also includes these 2 other analysis’ of key categories of nutritional status to really detect where your health falls short.   Why is the ONE Test So Good? Even if you are eating a ‘balanced’ or healthy diet and taking supplements, you could still lack vital and necessary nutrition. The ONE test will help you understand your individual diet, nutritional and supplement needs. The ONE Test offers a value-for-money approach to better health by providing you with 3 comprehensive tests for the price of 2. The ONE test assess your functional needs for nutrients, amino acids and oxidative stresses. This unique profile:

• Requires only one first morning void urine sample with easy ‘at-home’ collection
• Evaluates the your complete overall nutritional status
• Assess the functional need for vitamins and minerals
• Includes an innovative ‘Interpretation at a glance’, providing clear, personalised recommendations for supplementation on:
  • Anti-oxidants
  • B Group Vitamins
  • Minerals
  • Amino Acids

No ‘hunches’. No guessing. Just Science.     Who should take the ONE Test? In reality virtually every person could benefit from this test, irrespective of whether they have obvious symptoms or not. This is the most comprehensive test available to assess your functional needs for nutrients, amino acids and oxidative stress. Unlike traditional lab tests that focus on disease pathology (or what made you sick), the ONE offers comprehensive panels that combine standard and innovative biomarkers designed to provide a more complete understanding of specific biological systems that can help people achieve optimal health. As more people take an active role in managing their health and as more clinicians focus on prevention, this diagnostic tests provides the most complete picture of health that can help identify problems before chronic conditions and diseases develop. Conversely if you are unwell or have a chronic health complaint then the ONE will help you to develop a unique and scientifically based nutritional strategy to improve your health.   What clinical conditions could be helped by taking the ONE? All people suffering from chronic or complex conditions would benefit from taking the ONE test. Specifically those with:

• Diabetes mellitus
• All forms of arthritis including rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis and osteoarthritis
• Cancer
• Cardiovascular disease including atherosclerosis and congestive heart failure
• Macular degeneration
• Neurodegenerative diseases such as Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s disease
• Neuromuscular problems such as chronic back pain, headaches, neck or spinal pains
• Myofascial pain syndromes such as fibromyalgia, diffuse muscular or joint pains
• Austistic spectrum disorders including ADD, ADHD, learning difficulties and autism
• Fatigue, energy and mood disorders including chronic fatigue and depression

  Can Athletes be helped by the ONE? In a word YES. The ONE is the most comprehensive test available to fine tune athletes, body builders and all sports orientated people. For the first time, a test is available to legitimately improve sports performance in a scientific manner, that would normally be reserved for the most elite athletes of the world. Normally this type of scientific analysis of metabolic and trace amino acid requirements would only be available to a handful of elite athletes in venues such as the Australian Institute of Sport (AIS). Now with Dr. Hooper’s Victorian (VIS) and Australian Institute of Sport (AIS) background, you can have access to the same testing as the super elite. The ONE is a must for every serious athlete. It is the only way you can tell if you are lacking in trace minerals, vitamins or individual amino acids that could be the difference between you winning or losing.   Why take the One Test? Simple. It is the most comprehensive functional evalution your individual, specific metabolic requirements for nutrients, amino acids and anti-oxidants. No other test comes close. No guessing – Just science.   What are the Benefits of the ONE Test? You will finally know if your nutritional strategy is working correctly for you. With the information gained from the test you will know, in exact amounts and with Emed’s help what are your deficiencies and what to do about it. The ONE gives specific individualised nutritional requirements for anti-oxidants, B group vitamins and trace minerals that are functionally out of balance in your body. It also proves insight into disease risk and treatment options for gastrointestinal dysfunction, detoxification, methylation, neurotransmitter balance and need for probiotics or management of dysbiosis. No other scientifically valid test can provide this information for you.   Where do I start? You purchase the ONE by adding it to your shopping cart. Once the transaction is completed Emed will send you a collection kit and instructions for the pathology laboratory. You will be required to take a urine specimen first thing in the morning. Send the urine sample to our pathology laboratory as per the patient instructions you will receive with your test kit. Analysis of you sample occurs in North Carolina USA. Strict control standards assurequality laboratory results. Raw test data is sent to Emed and further evaluated. An individual, comprehensive and in depth report is generated basedon your case history outlining your test results and how to implementthe changes to improve your health. Emed will of course provide continuing online support to help you implement your specific plan.   Is the Test Covered under Medicare? Unfortunately the ONE is not covered under Medicare. This test – and the science behind it does not exist in Australia. The ONE is well beyond the scope of basic testing provided under Medicare. This is a highly specialised test used by qualified physicians atthe cutting edge of sports, behavioural, nutritional and orthomolecularmedicine. Also remember that the test fee will include a comprehensive reportand specific product recommendation generated by Emed based on yourindividual requirements. So in easy terms the report will answer the following questions:

• What are the results?
• What do the results mean?
• What impact will it have on my health?
• What can I do about it?
• What do should I take?
• When should I take it?
• What else should I consider?

  Ongoing Support?  Of course. Once you have had the test rest assured that you will have access to ongoing online support from Dr. Hooper and the Emed Team. We are always there to help youimplement the dietary changes and get the BEST results from the Test. We genuinely want to help you achieve better health. After all, that is what we are here to do!   What does a Raw Data Report Look Like Before the Emed Analysis?  ONE Test Description.pdf   What is the Complete Analyte List?

• Glutathione (GSH)
• 2-Hydroxyphenylacetic Acid
• 3-Hydroxyproprionic Acid
• 3-Methyl-4-OH-phenylglycol
• 4-Hydroxyphenylpyruvic Acid
• 5-OH-Indoleacetic Acid
• Adipic Acid
• a-Ketoadipic Acid
• a-Keto-b-Methylvaleric Acid
• a-Ketoglutaric Acid
• a-Ketoisocaproic Acid
• a-Ketoisovaleric Acid
• Arabinose
• b-Ketoglutaric Acid
• b-OH-b-Methylglutaric Acid
• b-OH-Butyric Acid
• Cis-Aconitic Acid
• Citramalic Acid
• Citric Acid
• Dihydroxyphenylpropionic Acid
• Formiminoglutamic Acid
• Fumaric Acid
• Glutaric Acid
• Homogentisic Acid
• Homovanillic Acid
• Indoleacetic Acid
• Isocitric Acid
• Kynurenic Acid
• Lactic Acid
• Malic Acid
• Methylmalonic Acid
• Orotic Acid
• Phenylacetic Acid
• Pyroglutamic Acid
• Pyruvic Acid
• Suberic Acid
• Succinic Acid
• Tartaric Acid
• Vanilmandelic Acid
• Nutritional Essential and Semi-essential AA:
• Arginine
• Histidine
• Isoleucine
• Leucine
• Lysine
• Methionine
• Phenylalanine
• Taurine
• Threonine
• Tryptophan
• Valine
• Dietary Peptide Related Markers:
• Anserine (dipeptide)
• Carnosine (dipeptide)
• 1-methylhistidine
• Beta-alanine
• Non-Essential Protein Markers:
• Alanine
• Asparagine
• Aspartic acid
• Cyst(e)ine
• Glutamic acid
• Glutamine
• Glycine
• Proline
• Serine
• Tyrosine
• Lipid Peroxides, Blood
• Intermediary Metabolytes & Diagnostic Markers:
• Alpha-aminoadipic acid
• Alpha-amino-N-butyric acid
• Arginosuccinic acid
• Beta-aminoisobutyric acid
• Citulline
• Cystathionine
• Ethanolamine
• Ornithine
• Phosphoethanolamine
• Phosphoserine
• Ammonia
• Urea nitrogen
• Creatinine (Nutritional)
• Oxidative Stress
• Metabolic Analysis Profile
• Amino Acids Analysis